CITY OF UNION CITY
PROCLAMATION
Recognizing October 18–24, 2026 as
United Against Hate Week
WHEREAS, United Against Hate Week began in the Bay Area in 2017, after white supremacist rallies in Berkeley and San Francisco, and has grown into a national movement; and WHEREAS, during this week, cities, schools, faith groups, and community groups come together to stand against hate and build a sense of safety and belonging for all; and WHEREAS, hate crimes and hate incidents hurt people because of who they are, and they spread fear through families and entire communities; and
WHEREAS, in 2017, the City Council declared Union City a Compassionate City, and on June 9, 2026, it reaffirmed this commitment to a community free of prejudice, bigotry, and hate; and WHEREAS, the Union City Police Department has a zero-tolerance policy on hate crimes, and residents are encouraged to report any hate crime or hate incident.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Union City does hereby proclaim October 18–24, 2026, as United Against Hate Week in the City of Union City and invites all residents to stand together against hate, treat one another with respect, and help keep Union City a safe and welcoming home for everyone.
DATED: October 13, 2026
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GARY SINGH, Mayor
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JAIME PATIÑO, Vice Mayor
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LANCE NISHIHIRA, Councilmember
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SCOTT SAKAKIHARA, Councilmember
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JEFF WANG, Councilmember